Throughout its history, it has performed a variety of functions, including military academy, imperial mansion, presidential residence, observatory, and National Museum of History.
Mexico City's Coyoacan neighbourhood is renowned for its cobblestone walkways, art galleries, vibrant buildings, and artisan markets.
For than 700 years, the Zócalo and its surrounding blocks have been an important part of the city's planning and geography.
Diego Rivera's thoughts about Mexican identity can all be seen in these early, magnificent paintings.